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Grades level iconsGrades 1, 10–12, 2–9, k
Genre information iconFantasy/SciFi, Informational, Memoir, Narrative, Poetry, Playwriting, STEM
Resource type iconEducator

Playing With Words (Grades K-12)

by 826 National
We take joy and creativity pretty seriously at 826. This new Educator Tools share more about how you can play with words in your learning space!
What You Will Do

Every day at 826 chapters across the country, students are exercising their right to freedom of expression. From delicious poems about their favorite foods to deeply personal narratives about their families and their dreams, students’ ideas are not just welcome, they are embraced and celebrated. We believe every student deserves the opportunity to create freely, to play with language, to take risks, and to make mistakes—and to have fun while doing it. If you’ve clicked into this tool, we’re guessing that cultivating creativity, wonder, and joy is pretty important to you, too. This tool explores ways in which creativity and joy show up in 826 chapters and shares strategies and resources for you to embrace the creative process with your students.

To learn more about how you can play with words in your learning space, download the Educator Tool below. Versions are available for elementary (grades K-5), middle school...

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